Boulder City Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Tour

Discover Hoover Dam, a modern marvel and one of the most visited dams in the world, located in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River. This impressive concrete arch-gravity dam created Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States by capacity, supplying water to millions across Nevada, Arizona, California, and Mexico. This is an external tour where you can admire the dam’s massive structure and history. Just six miles away, explore Boulder City, a historic town built to support the dam’s construction and workers.

What's included:

• Private Tour (if option is selected)
• Pick-up and drop off
• Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Boulder City Tour

Not included:

• Visitor Center Tour
• Power Plant Tour
• Private Tour (if option is not selected)

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Boulder City

Boulder City, Nevada

Drive through historic Boulder City, a charming town originally built to house the workers who constructed Hoover Dam. With its quaint streets and unique history, Boulder City offers a glimpse into the community that helped shape one of America’s greatest engineering feats.

Pass by without stopping

Hemenway Park

401 Ville Dr, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA

Visit Hemenway Park in Boulder City, a peaceful spot known for its natural desert landscape and stunning views. Keep an eye out for native Bighorn sheep, which are often spotted roaming the area. It’s a great place to experience local wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the Southwest desert.

20 minutes

Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge

27953, 28689 Great Basin Hwy, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA

Take in breathtaking bird’s-eye views from the Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, soaring 900 feet above the Colorado River. This vantage point offers stunning panoramas of Hoover Dam and the surrounding canyon, perfect for capturing unforgettable photos.

20 minutes

Hoover Dam

81 Hoover Dam Access Road, Boulder City, 89005, Nevada

Hoover Dam, considered a modern marvel of the world, is a concrete arch-gravity dam located in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River and is the most-visited dam globally. This exterior tour allows you to admire the dam’s massive structure and learn about its history.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Lake Mead - Lakeview Overlook

Historic Railroad Hiking Trail, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA

Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Lake Mead and the entire Boulder Basin from the scenic Lakeview Overlook. This vantage point showcases the vast expanse of the largest reservoir in the United States, surrounded by beautiful desert landscapes.

20 minutes